Republic v Muranda (Criminal Case E033 of 2022) [2025] KEHC 16852 (KLR) (18 November 2025) (Ruling) Neutral citation: [2025] KEHC 16852 (KLR) REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT AT KAKAMEGA CRIMINAL CASE E033 OF 2022 AC BETT, J NOVEMBER 18, 2025 BETWEEN REPUBLIC ............................................................................................ PROSECUTOR AND KEVIN ISSAC MURANDA ......................................................................... ACCUSED RULING 1. I have reviewed the evidence adduced by the prosecution. There is sufficient evidence that the Accused was seen assaulting the deceased prior to his demise. I hold that the prosecution has established a prima facie case that calls for an explanation by the Accused. I therefore place the Accused on his defence. DATED, SIGNED AND DELIVERED AT KAKAMEGA THIS 18TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2025. A. C. BETT JUDGE In the presence of: Ms. Chala for the Prosecution No appearance for Mr. Matete for the Accused Court Assistant: Polycap https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/judgment/kehc/2025/16852/eng@2025-11-18 1
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